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• Iconic Heritage Sites Open Winter Weekends 11 January 2013
  For some great days out this winter, Peel Castle, Laxey Wheel and Castle Rushen are open to the public for weekends from 9 February 2013. [More]
• Temporary suspension of SMR service 25 September 2012
  Temporary suspension of service SMR from Laxey to Bungalow in both directions. [More]
• Laxey Link Bus trial extended 13 July 2012
  THE Laxey Link Bus will continue to operate throughout the summer following a decision to extend the trial period. [More]
• Hop on the Laxey Link Bus 18 June 2012
  THE Chairman of the Laxey Regeneration Committee is encouraging people to try out the village’s new link bus service. [More]
• Launch of Laxey Link Bus 31 May 2012
  A NEW hop-on/hop-off bus service linking some of Laxey’s main attractions will be launched on a trial basis from Monday, June 11. [More]
• Laxey to Ramsey Coast Road 29 May 2012
  The Laxey to Ramsey Coast Road is still closed due to the earlier road traffic accident. [More]
• Road Traffic Incidents 29 May 2012
  The Department would like to advise that in conjunction with the police, following two road traffic collisions, it has closed A3, from Ballacraine to Kirk Michael until 2pm today and the A2 coast road from Ballaragh Rd, Laxey to Dhoon Halt, Maughold until 4. [More]
• One month to go until Olympic Torch Relay lands in the Isle of Man 3 May 2012
  With only one month to go until the Olympic Torch Relay arrives in the Isle of Man on Saturday 2nd June 2012, Isle of Man Stamps & Coins is preparing a very special cover with an Olympic Torch postmark to celebrate the visit. [More]
• Laxey’s regeneration moves a step closer 3 April 2012
  THE regeneration of Laxey has moved a step closer this week with the submission of a planning application for significant improvements to the tram station, rose garden and square. [More]
• Lady Isabella opens for Mother’s Day Weekend 16 March 2012
  Make this Mother’s Day weekend extra special with a visit to the Great Laxey Wheel, the world’s largest working waterwheel and iconic symbol of our Island. [More]
• The annual Primary School’ Chess Congress took place at Rushen Primary School on Saturday. 13 February 2012
  Eleven schools – Arbory, Ashley Hill, Buchan, Cronk-y-Berry, Fairfield, Foxdale, Laxey, Peel, Phurt le Moirrey, Rushen and Victoria Road – took part, each entering a team of six, with their players ranked in order, and they took part in three hours’ challenging chess. [More]
• Chief Minister backs Cavendish for BBC Sports Award 19 December 2011
  CHIEF Minister Allan Bell MHK has urged the Manx public to get behind Mark Cavendish in the contest to be crowned BBC Sports Personality of the Year for 2011. [More]
• Laxey regeneration plans taking shape 5 September 2011
  PLANS are taking shape to rejuvenate the commercial heart of Laxey and create an attractive new focal point for the village. [More]
• Passenger numbers boosted by Victorian Extravaganza 6 July 2011
  The Victorian Extravaganza staged over the weekend (2-3 July) saw hundreds of residents and visitors turn out to enjoy the festivities. [More]
• Arts Council support for The Institute in Laxey 20 May 2011
  The Working Men’s Institute in Laxey will be officially re-opened today (Friday 20 May 2011) after a comprehensive refurbishment. [More]
• The Laxey Wheel gets a Birthday Makeover 1 April 2011
  To celebrate Manx National Heritage’s 125th anniversary, staff have treated our famous Laxey Wheel to a wonderful birthday makeover. [More]
• Discover ‘Accredited’ Manx National Heritage sites in 2011 23 March 2011
  Now’s your chance to rediscover the Island’s heritage treasures with an early Spring visit to a national heritage site. [More]
• Ramsey and Laxey GP surgeries open for business as usual, despite power cut in the north of the Island 25 January 2011
  Further to this morning’s news of a power failure in the north of the Island, Ramsey Group Practice remains open and patients should attend appointments as planned. [More]
• Chief Minister urges Manx public to vote for Cavendish 14 December 2010
  CHIEF Minister Tony Brown MHK has urged the Manx public to get behind Mark Cavendish in the contest to be crowned BBC Sports Personality of the Year for 2010. [More]
• Where were you on 10:10:10? 14 October 2010
  The Laxey Wheel was bustling with activity last Sunday as the One World Centre and Manx National Heritage worked to place the Island on the 10: [More]
• Improved use of resources to provide more Podiatry appointments and access to better facilities for Laxey and Peel patients 10 September 2010
  The Department of Health today confirmed that with effect from 4th October 2010 its Peel and Laxey based podiatry clinics will be relocated to the recently refurbished Central Community Health Centre at Westmoreland Road, Douglas, which already handles the majority of the Island’s podiatry patients. [More]
• Heritage shop enjoys a makeover 21 July 2010
  THE Laxey and Lonan Heritage Trust gift shop has enjoyed an impressive makeover as part of a project aimed at maximising the potential of the Island’s towns and villages. [More]
• The Great Laxey Bug Hunt 9 June 2010
  There are lots of creepy crawlies to be found in and around the glen at the Great Laxey Wheel. [More]
• Laxey Wheel keeps turning! – Thanks to the dream catcher appeal 11 May 2010
  On Saturday 1st May 2010 Manx National Heritage was joined by Peel resident Joan Caine who became one of only a handful of people to have the honour of turning on the Laxey Wheel - an opportunity which Mrs Caine enjoyed courtesy of her family’s generosity in placing the winning bid in the Manx Radio Dream Catcher auction in October last year. [More]
• Community pulls together for Big Wheel Blues Festival in Laxey 28 April 2010
  A HUGE community effort is being co-ordinated to ensure the smooth running of the Big Wheel Blues Festival in Laxey over the bank holiday weekend on 1st and 2nd May. [More]
• Public Transport Division Passenger Information Updated 1400hrs Sunday 10th January 2010 10 January 2010
  As a result of the improvement in the weather conditions the Department is pleased to announce a resumption of normal bus services commencing with the first bus on Monday morning. [More]
• Laxey Wheel Birthday Celebration 23 September 2009
  On Sunday 27th September 2009, Manx National Heritage will be hosting an activity day at the Great Laxey Wheel to mark the birthday of this historic site. [More]
• Chartered Herring Acoustic Survey to take place in Manx Waters 22 September 2009
  If you see a suspiciously large fishing vessel fishing close to the Isle of Man this week don’t worry! [More]
• Master Composter Training Course 9 September 2009
  The Department of Local Government and the Environment, working in partnership with Zero Waste Mann, is sponsoring a Master Composter training course on the 12th and 13th September at Laxey Glen Gardens. [More]
• Boredom buster discovery trails launch this summer! 11 August 2009
  Manx National Heritage has launched two new discovery trails this week aimed at 5-11 year olds. [More]
• Laxey Wheel - ‘better than the London Eye’! 29 June 2009
  The Great Laxey Wheel received a visit from the BBC earlier this month, to film for the first episode of the 2010 series of ‘Coast’, which begins in the Isle of Man and will feature the Laxey Mines and the Island’s most historic waterwheel. [More]
• Minister pleased to see joined-up bread making 26 June 2009
  The Manx National Farmers Union invited the Minister to join a gathering of all stages of the bread production chain this week, where farmers, Laxey Glen Mills and Ramsey Bakery management teams spent the evening together to share perspective and consider how to strengthen their working relationship. [More]
• Police give positive review to Laxey blues festival and fringe event 26 May 2009
  A police review of the 11th Big Wheel Blues Festival and fringe event over the May bank holiday has hailed it a success. [More]
• MNH and IOM Railways launch 'Laxey Wheel Rail Explorer' 26 May 2009
  On Saturday 30th May 2009, Manx National Heritage and the Isle of Man Railways will launch a new ticket incorporating travel on the Manx Electric Railway and admission to the Great Laxey Wheel, one of the Isle of Man’s most iconic sites. [More]
• Community policing enhanced for blues weekend in Laxey 28 April 2009
  POLICE are working closely with Laxey Commissioners and various community agencies in a bid to ensure another successful Big Wheel Blues Festival. [More]
• Crocodiles Seen in Ramsey Swimming Pool 2 April 2009
  RARE sightings of six crocodiles chasing young swimmers were reported from the new swimming pool in Ramsey at the weekend, but luckily the wildlife was inflatable. [More]
• School has tasty way to raise funds 20 October 2008
  A striking and colourful picture of Laxey Harbour is the first clue to the inspiration behind a new cookbook set to appear on Manx bookshop shelves in time for Christmas. [More]
• Onchan to Laxey scheme phase 1 - traffic lights on Hillberry Road 18 September 2008
  The Isle of Man Water Authority has recently appointed Island Drainage and Groundwork Limited to install a 200mm ductile iron water main to supplement the existing water supply from Onchan to Laxey and to increase the outlet capacity of Cronk Ny Mona Service Reservoir. [More]
• Blues Festival hailed a success 9 June 2008
  THE Bushy’s Big Wheel Blues Festival has been hailed a tremendous success by all those involved in promoting the 10th anniversary event. [More]
• Welcome to the Isle of Sam 30 April 2008
  Producers of the hit BBC television show ‘Id Do Anything’ will be visiting the Isle of Man this week to film the home town of Sam Barks, the local girl who has been wowing audiences with her performances. [More]
• Community policing plan in place for Blues Festival 25 April 2008
  THE Police are joining forces with Laxey Commissioners in a bid to ensure that the Bushy’s Big Wheel Blues Festival is an outstanding success. [More]
• Mnh Wins National Heritage Accolade 11 December 2006
  Manx National Heritage has won a major award for the outstanding way it informs and involves the public at the Laxey Wheel. [More]
• Laxey Torchlight Procession Order 2006 5 December 2006
  Under Section 38 of the Highways Act 1986, the Department gives notice that the following roads in Laxey shall be closed between 6. [More]
• New Sports Council Members Announced 13 November 2006
  The Department of Tourism & Leisure has announced that the Council of Ministers has appointed a new member to serve a four-year term of office on Sports Council. [More]
• Conservation Work At the Great Laxey Wheel 18 October 2006
  After a short period of conservation work during the summer period the Great Laxey Wheel, is once again fully operational. [More]
• Tower Insurance Join Friends of Manx National Heritage as Corporate Members 27 June 2006
  Tower Insurance are the latest corporate member to join The Friends of Manx National Heritage corporate scheme. [More]
• 'Excellent Job' as Laxey highway improvements are completed ahead of schedule 19 June 2006
  The Department of Transport has pulled out the stops and completed the highway improvements at New Road/Mines Road, Laxey, a month ahead of schedule, in readiness for the TT festival, one of the busiest times of the year for shops and businesses in the village. [More]
• IIP again for Laxey Primary School 23 January 2006
  WELL DONE to all the staff at Laxey School in retaining recognition as an Investor in People. [More]
• New Head Teacher For Marown School 24 November 2005
  Ms Carol Maddrell has been appointed as the new Head teacher for Marown Primary School with effect from 1st January 2006. [More]
• Great Laxey Mines Railway 12 August 2004
  DoLGE is to give approval for the Great Laxey Mines Railway Ltd to carry passengers. [More]